"Lighting and Sound Technician (PAT II)"

Job Details

Lighting and Sound Technician (PAT II)

Compensation and Benefits

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $3,786 - $4,018 per month

Full CSU Classification Salary Range: $3,773 - $6,827 per month

• This is a full-time (equivalent to 40 hours per week), probationary, non-exempt position.
• This position is on an 11/12 Pay Plan which is equivalent to eleven months of salary distributed over a 12-month period. The scheduled month off will be July.
• Initial appointment will be on a 12 month pay plan (salary range: $4,130 – $4,383 per month) from the date of hire through the end of the July 2026 pay period. At the beginning of the August 2026 pay period, the appointment will change to an 11/12 pay plan whereby the incumbent will work 11 months per year and are paid 12 months (11/12) with each subsequent July off.

The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), sick and vacation time, and 15 paid holidays a year. Eligible employees are also able to participate in the fee waiver education program. A summary of benefit information can be found here.

Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the faculty Lighting/Sound Designer, the Performing Arts Technician II position combines a variety of responsibilities in lighting and sound technical support for Theatre Arts productions. Ongoing coordination with faculty involved in the productions is central to work. Incumbents at this level work independently on standard assignments in the lighting and sound areas and require limited technical direction. Using ingenuity, technical abilities and knowledge of production goals and themes, the Performing Arts Technician II will implement lighting and audio effects from a design; set up and conduct classroom demonstrations; provide direct lab support to students and lead work direction to other staff involved in productions.

Key Qualifications

• Independently perform basic assignments and oversee production support projects and productions.
• Work with minimal technical direction on a wide range of projects.
• Translate and implement lighting and speaker plots.
• Provide lead work direction and training to students engaged in productions and related duties.
• Work successfully in close collaborative relationships with faculty, staff and students in a theatrical production program.
• Train others in safety measures and ensure compliance with codes and regulations.

To view the full list of qualifications and job responsibilities, please click the Position Description button above.

Education and Experience

• A minimum of two (2) years of experience working for a theatre, entertainment venue, repertory or production company in lighting production, sound technician/engineer or closely related field.

Department Summary

The Theatre Arts Department offers a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre with emphasis in Acting, Design/Tech and General as well as a Dance Option. The Department produces seven faculty directed/choreographed productions each year, including a children's touring production. The Department also mounts four student-directed/choreographed productions each year.

Deadline & Application Instructions

Applications received by September 4, 2025 will be given full consideration by the search committee.

• Applications received after that date will be forwarded at the request of the Hiring Manager and/or search committee.

Please click “Apply Now” to complete the employment application for California State University, Fresno. Interested applicants must complete the application and attach the following: 1) their most recent resumé/vitae, 2) a cover letter that addresses their specific qualifications and interest, and 3) contact information for three professional references.